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Turkey Party gives something to gobble about

At a time when the focus of many families is towards a huge turkey dinner at a gathering with all their family and closest friends, some families are barely able to scrape together a full meal, let alone a Thanksgiving dinner.

On Sunday, November 11 from 3-5:30 p.m., a Petaluma family is doing their part to help those in need by hosting their 9th annual Turkey Party.

The cost of admission is one frozen turkey.

Last year's event brought in 216 turkeys. This year they hope to be able to collect even more for local needy families.

For the past 8 years, Denise Redeker and her family and friends have answered the call to help those in need by hosting their annual Turkey Party – an open house fundraiser for the Redwood Gospel Mission. The donated turkeys are used for RGM’s Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners, as well as distributed throughout the community.

The party is also co-sponsored by some very generous business, vendors and restaurants who have donated their wares or services towards the raffle and food for the benefit, as well as being on hand for event shopping.

This list is constantly being updated as more businesses jump on board, so be sure to check out the website at turkeyparty.blogspot.com for new additions, as well as more information on raffle prizes and more. Email Denise for directions to the party at deniseredeker@msn.com.

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There’s an old African proverb that states “It takes a village to raise a child”, and these days that proverb has never been more true. Whether we’re related by blood or by intention, families come in all forms, and are only defined by the bonds of love.

This blog, which was started by author Crissi Langwell, continues forward with new voices including Stephanie Ansley (a new mom facing the joys of first-time parenthood), as well as Paul Gullixson (a parent and coach of a team of 12-year-olds) and Meg McConahey (a mom with enough experience to have some good laughs about the whole thing).

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